Let’s Ask Mrs. Twist — Are White Jeans Okay after Labor Day?

“I would love to know… is it okay to wear white after Labor Day?” A.H.

Back in the day, Mother (and the fashion/home decor police) had two rules — never more than one mirror per room; and never wear white after Labor Day. Pish posh.

Fast forward to present day and to quote Madea –“Hallerlujah!” A resounding absolutely “yes” you can wear white 365 days of the year! I consider white to be a neutral like black or grey. It’s the perfect backdrop for any color. Plus, in Texas where it stays close to 1,000 degrees until December, anything goes. It’s not the color it is what you put with the white that makes it a seasonal outfit.

I went to Pinterest and found some inspiring ways to keep your white jeans in-play during the fall and winter.

White jeans with a lightweight sweat shirt.

For a cooler day, layer it with a blouse underneath.

Pair it with a skinny belt. Animal print would be a perfect pop here.

For shoes either ankle boots or how about a fun pair of leather sneakers.

When you look at this do you say, “oh, that’s a summer outfit?” No, probably not. Take cues from the layers and the shoes.

Next up, white jeans with a coat.

Look at how stylish she is and you can clearly see it’s chilly outside. Again, take cues from the layers.

Black heels, a fun “Holley” style handbag, a long scarf wrapped around her neck and long coat. Add sunnies and you are good to go.

Look at the lace-up details on the ankle of the jeans.

White jeans paired with a sexy, leather jacket. The jacket keeps you warm so you just need a simple black t-shirt underneath. Add a satchel, accessories and animal print sneaks. Animal print is another year-round pattern that looks great with anything.

Another look I love — pairing white with chambray. Denim is a workhorse. It’s like the crisp, white shirt Sharon Stone made iconic. Chambray tucked into a pencil skirt or worn out with jeans (Holley would front tuck this). A dark denim blouse would work here, too.

Add a duster sweater cardigan, fun shooties, a bold necklace and a fringe purse and this is the perfect date night look. Hot, hot, hot.

Last look, this is perfect for running errands.

Long tunic top. I love the style right now of the longer in the back tunic tops, shorter in the front.

Simple sneakers, a bucket bag and an Anorak jacket. If you can find a jacket in camo fabric you will be on-trend. The fun thing about a drawstring Anorak jacket is it helps to accentuate the waist. Tons of pockets for keys, chapstick, a snack and phone.

Fun sunnies and you will be boss for the day.

So, I hope this helps put aside any negative thoughts on the white after Labor Day rule. It’s a myth.

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Happy Friday! These gorgeous hydrangeas are ready for my virtual 💐Flower Arranging 101 Class! I have one spot left if want to join us.
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After you register you receive a helpful printable guide and video tutorial on how to prep and care for your hydrangeas! 🌿
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Happy Friday! These gorgeous hydrangeas are ready for my virtual 💐Flower Arranging 101 Class! I have one spot left if want to join us. | After you register you receive a helpful printable guide and video tutorial on how to prep and care for your hydrangeas! 🌿 | 𝗥𝗲𝗴𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗿 𝗶𝗻 𝗺𝘆 𝗯𝗶𝗼 ☝️🌻...

We will be together again soon! But until then let's get your happy hour game planned with recipes for sips and snacks.
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In next Tuesday's virtual cooking class I will be teaching you how to make the perfect Paloma cocktail and crispy cheese wafers. It's not a demo - you cook with me!
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☝️Register in the bio with a friend. #SchoolofGraciousLiving

We will be together again soon! But until then let's get your happy hour game planned with recipes for sips and snacks. | In next Tuesday's virtual cooking class I will be teaching you how to make the perfect Paloma cocktail and crispy cheese wafers. It's not a demo - you cook with me! | ☝️Register in the bio with a friend. #SchoolofGraciousLiving...

I'm bringing 𝐇𝐨𝐦𝐞 𝐄𝐜𝐨𝐧𝐨𝐦𝐢𝐜𝐬 𝐂𝐥𝐚𝐬𝐬 back with a Twist! I loved gathering virtually this evening with these gals teaching them how to make Mother's chocolate cake. We measured, stirred, and created. The legacy of this cake now moves through these women.
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I've made the chocolate cake hundreds of times, but tonight was different. I could feel my mother in the kitchen with me laughing and licking the frosting with me from the bowl.
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Want to learn a new skill, bake something new, or just "be" with other women? Let's gather, learn and create. Link in bio to register.
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#SchoolofGraciousLiving

I'm bringing 𝐇𝐨𝐦𝐞 𝐄𝐜𝐨𝐧𝐨𝐦𝐢𝐜𝐬 𝐂𝐥𝐚𝐬𝐬 back with a Twist! I loved gathering virtually this evening with these gals teaching them how to make Mother's chocolate cake. We measured, stirred, and created. The legacy of this cake now moves through these women. | I've made the chocolate cake hundreds of times, but tonight was different. I could feel my mother in the kitchen with me laughing and licking the frosting with me from the bowl. | Want to learn a new skill, bake something new, or just "be" with other women? Let's gather, learn and create. Link in bio to register. | #SchoolofGraciousLiving...

You know that useless cabinet above the stove? You can't reach it, so it stores little used, random things. I decided to make that cabinet a showcase of white dishware.
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I took out the wooden shelf and replaced it with tempered glass. I purchased peel and stick wallpaper and mounted it onto poster board to line the inside of the cabinet.
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Then the fun part - filling it with white serving pieces, Mother's milkglass, and a few colorful cookbooks. This space now says, "Hi, welcome to my kitchen!" #traditionalwithatwist #southernlivingmagazine

You know that useless cabinet above the stove? You can't reach it, so it stores little used, random things. I decided to make that cabinet a showcase of white dishware. | I took out the wooden shelf and replaced it with tempered glass. I purchased peel and stick wallpaper and mounted it onto poster board to line the inside of the cabinet. | Then the fun part - filling it with white serving pieces, Mother's milkglass, and a few colorful cookbooks. This space now says, "Hi, welcome to my kitchen!" #traditionalwithatwist #southernlivingmagazine...

This is my favorite view. As I work in my kitchen to create I can see the people gathering whom I love to serve. My new School of Gracious Living allows me to still be with you - virtually.
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The space in front of the sink is where I will welcome you into my kitchen while you are safely at your home. We will virtually cook together. I will teach you how to make my mother's famous chocolate cake.
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This is not a cooking demonstration - it's a LIVE class where we cook like girlfriends at a sleepover. I'll share a few cooking tips and tricks, and at the end of the class you have a warm, gooey cake to share with your family, and maybe a few new friends.
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Class starts Tuesday at 7 p.m. Register in the bio. #graciousliving

This is my favorite view. As I work in my kitchen to create I can see the people gathering whom I love to serve. My new School of Gracious Living allows me to still be with you - virtually. | The space in front of the sink is where I will welcome you into my kitchen while you are safely at your home. We will virtually cook together. I will teach you how to make my mother's famous chocolate cake. | This is not a cooking demonstration - it's a LIVE class where we cook like girlfriends at a sleepover. I'll share a few cooking tips and tricks, and at the end of the class you have a warm, gooey cake to share with your family, and maybe a few new friends. | Class starts Tuesday at 7 p.m. Register in the bio. #graciousliving...

My favorite breakfast on vacation is a hot cafe au laít ☕ fresh fruit 🍓and muffins.
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Life is a staycation right now so I made 🍌banana bread with a Twist! |
Visit my bio for Banana Chocolate Espresso Swirl Muffins. They're for breakfast or dessert.

My favorite breakfast on vacation is a hot cafe au laít ☕ fresh fruit 🍓and muffins. | Life is a staycation right now so I made 🍌banana bread with a Twist! | Visit my bio for Banana Chocolate Espresso Swirl Muffins. They're for breakfast or dessert....

What do you want to learn? What can I teach you? It's time to get back to the basics of welcoming people into our homes.
Do you want to learn how to make a cake from scratch? How to organize your pantry? How to make an easy appetizer? How about ways you can help a grieving friend?
Take just 30-minutes with me this Thursday, May 21 at 7 p.m. I'll be waiting at my kitchen counter with a note pad in hand to write down all your ideas. You can be safe at home in your pjs.
And, if you attend the open house you'll receive a coupon code for $5 off a future class! Register in the link.

What do you want to learn? What can I teach you? It's time to get back to the basics of welcoming people into our homes. Do you want to learn how to make a cake from scratch? How to organize your pantry? How to make an easy appetizer? How about ways you can help a grieving friend? Take just 30-minutes with me this Thursday, May 21 at 7 p.m. I'll be waiting at my kitchen counter with a note pad in hand to write down all your ideas. You can be safe at home in your pjs. And, if you attend the open house you'll receive a coupon code for $5 off a future class! Register in the link....

"She sprouted love like flowers, grew a garden in her mind, and even on the darkest days, from her smile the sun still shined." Erin Hanson
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Everywhere I go I see and hear my mother. I hear her when the Cardinal sings, I see her when I go for walks and take in the beauty of the field of wildflowers near our home. I stopped today to admire this flower. When I captured this photo I had no idea of the flower's detail and radiance until now.

"She sprouted love like flowers, grew a garden in her mind, and even on the darkest days, from her smile the sun still shined." Erin Hanson | Everywhere I go I see and hear my mother. I hear her when the Cardinal sings, I see her when I go for walks and take in the beauty of the field of wildflowers near our home. I stopped today to admire this flower. When I captured this photo I had no idea of the flower's detail and radiance until now....

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𝗩𝗶𝗿𝘁𝘂𝗮𝗹 𝗖𝗼𝗼𝗸𝗶𝗻𝗴 - Let me teach you how to make my mother's chocolate cake. It's an heirloom recipe in our family, made with love hundreds of times. I have two VIRTUAL cooking class times available, but spaces are limited. Sign up with a girlfriend. 👆 Link to my bio to see all the fun classes for May and June....

Today’s the day I launch my passion project - 𝑴𝒓𝒔. 𝑻𝒘𝒊𝒔𝒕’ 𝒔 𝑺𝒄𝒉𝒐𝒐𝒍 𝒐𝒇 𝑮𝒓𝒂𝒄𝒊𝒐𝒖𝒔 𝑳𝒊𝒗𝒊𝒏𝒈. 🏡 We will gather virtually in my kitchen, living room, garden, ladies’ lounge, and dining table to inspire togetherness.
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I’ve curated a series of classes to welcome women into my home 🏡 through a virtual experience without you having to leave yours!
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People make the party, not the space. I look forward to seeing you soon! You can read more about it on www.homewithatwist.com🐝
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The full class offerings and registration are available in my bio. 📸: @rebekahbyrnephotography

Today’s the day I launch my passion project - 𝑴𝒓𝒔. 𝑻𝒘𝒊𝒔𝒕’ 𝒔 𝑺𝒄𝒉𝒐𝒐𝒍 𝒐𝒇 𝑮𝒓𝒂𝒄𝒊𝒐𝒖𝒔 𝑳𝒊𝒗𝒊𝒏𝒈. 🏡 We will gather virtually in my kitchen, living room, garden, ladies’ lounge, and dining table to inspire togetherness. | I’ve curated a series of classes to welcome women into my home 🏡 through a virtual experience without you having to leave yours! | People make the party, not the space. I look forward to seeing you soon! You can read more about it on www.homewithatwist.com🐝 | The full class offerings and registration are available in my bio. 📸: @rebekahbyrnephotography...

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Tomorrow I'm sharing an exciting announcement on my blog. You might want to subscribe so you don't miss what's coming!🌈 |
☝️Link in the bio to sign up for my posts.📮

I've been spending alot of time in my office sitting in this chair thinking, dreaming, writing, and planning. | Tomorrow I'm sharing an exciting announcement on my blog. You might want to subscribe so you don't miss what's coming!🌈 | ☝️Link in the bio to sign up for my posts.📮...

🏝 The pool is officially open! I created this little privte niche for guests to rinse 🚿 and put on suntan lotion.
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👙 Filled a galvanized pail with sunscreen and bug spray, with a cute towel hook on a vintage window pane.
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🕶 The water was a smidge cool, but it was oh so refreshing.🧜‍♀️

🏝 The pool is officially open! I created this little privte niche for guests to rinse 🚿 and put on suntan lotion. | 👙 Filled a galvanized pail with sunscreen and bug spray, with a cute towel hook on a vintage window pane. | 🕶 The water was a smidge cool, but it was oh so refreshing.🧜‍♀️...

"To be fully seen by somebody, then, and be loved anyhow - this is a human offering that can border on miraculous."
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Twenty-three years ago today I married a man that changed my life and together we have been blessed beyond measure. Our journey has not been easy with the losses we've endured, but grief is tempered with joy. I wouldn't have it any other way.
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📸: @rebekahbyrnephotography in our front garden.🐝

"To be fully seen by somebody, then, and be loved anyhow - this is a human offering that can border on miraculous." 𝐸𝑙𝑖𝑧𝑎𝑏𝑒𝑡ℎ 𝐺𝑖𝑙𝑏𝑒𝑟𝑡 | Twenty-three years ago today I married a man that changed my life and together we have been blessed beyond measure. Our journey has not been easy with the losses we've endured, but grief is tempered with joy. I wouldn't have it any other way. | 📸: @rebekahbyrnephotography in our front garden.🐝...

𝕊𝕒𝕥𝕦𝕣𝕕𝕒𝕪 𝕧𝕚𝕘𝕟𝕖𝕥𝕥𝕖 - feeling the blues.💙 A simple design secret is grouping your collection together rather than spread it out. I've placed all my blue💙and💙white on the top of the bookcase. It's okay to mix patterns, too.
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The striped urn has a lid, but I took the lid off and placed a boxwood ball 🌳 on top. Around the neck of the urn is a Chinoiserie hand-painted ornament by @catherinewhite.art tied with navy satin ribbon.
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#stylingmynest🐦 #traditionalwithatwist #homewithatwist

𝕊𝕒𝕥𝕦𝕣𝕕𝕒𝕪 𝕧𝕚𝕘𝕟𝕖𝕥𝕥𝕖 - feeling the blues.💙 A simple design secret is grouping your collection together rather than spread it out. I've placed all my blue💙and💙white on the top of the bookcase. It's okay to mix patterns, too. . The striped urn has a lid, but I took the lid off and placed a boxwood ball 🌳 on top. Around the neck of the urn is a Chinoiserie hand-painted ornament by @catherinewhite.art tied with navy satin ribbon. . #stylingmynest🐦 #traditionalwithatwist #homewithatwist...

Ⓕⓤⓝ ⓕⓐⓒⓣ if you 💻 Google "Reese Witherspoon Applesauce Cake" 🍰 my blog 𝐇𝐨𝐦𝐞 𝐰𝐢𝐭𝐡 𝐚 𝐓𝐰𝐢𝐬𝐭 pops up as the 𝙛𝙞𝙧𝙨𝙩 𝙡𝙞𝙣𝙠 (another website is there sharing my blog, too). .
The recipe is from her delightful cookbook Whiskey in a Teacup☕. It has a yummy brown sugar frosting you pour on while it's warm. 😍
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Link in my bio 👆 for the recipe just in time for weekend baking.

Ⓕⓤⓝ ⓕⓐⓒⓣ if you 💻 Google "Reese Witherspoon Applesauce Cake" 🍰 my blog 𝐇𝐨𝐦𝐞 𝐰𝐢𝐭𝐡 𝐚 𝐓𝐰𝐢𝐬𝐭 pops up as the 𝙛𝙞𝙧𝙨𝙩 𝙡𝙞𝙣𝙠 (another website is there sharing my blog, too). . The recipe is from her delightful cookbook Whiskey in a Teacup☕. It has a yummy brown sugar frosting you pour on while it's warm. 😍 . Link in my bio 👆 for the recipe just in time for weekend baking....

Week two of my 𝗦𝗽𝗿𝗶𝗻𝗴 🏡 𝗛𝗼𝘂𝘀𝗲 𝗧𝗼𝘂𝗿 - our dining area. To me it all says, "Come on in, and stay a while."💓
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I love the big, round rustic table and the textural seagrass dining chairs. .
We don't have a formal dining room because I turned it in a "ladies lounge" so this is where meals, ☕ coffee, meal planning, and discussion happens. .
My daughter selected the IKEA dandelion chandelier - "go big or go home" I heard her say!
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The round, wooden tray houses seasonal items like the white urn, the white quatrefoil ginger jar, a candle, and David Austin roses ⚘ from my garden.
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And to finish it off - a big pop of hot pink with our oversized bee 🐝 mat at the back door. .
Tap for souces. #HobbyLobbyfinds

Week two of my 𝗦𝗽𝗿𝗶𝗻𝗴 🏡 𝗛𝗼𝘂𝘀𝗲 𝗧𝗼𝘂𝗿 - our dining area. To me it all says, "Come on in, and stay a while."💓 . I love the big, round rustic table and the textural seagrass dining chairs. . We don't have a formal dining room because I turned it in a "ladies lounge" so this is where meals, ☕ coffee, meal planning, and discussion happens. . My daughter selected the IKEA dandelion chandelier - "go big or go home" I heard her say! . The round, wooden tray houses seasonal items like the white urn, the white quatrefoil ginger jar, a candle, and David Austin roses ⚘ from my garden. . And to finish it off - a big pop of hot pink with our oversized bee 🐝 mat at the back door. . Tap for souces. #HobbyLobbyfinds...

Do you follow my blog? It's my tribute to everything Mother taught me growing up, but with my twist as a modern woman. She shared as much as she could with me during her life - including her love of nature and gardening. As I'm writing my first book, mini-memoirs evolve recalling Mother's pearls of wisdom. Today's post recalls visits to the Fort Worth Botanic Garden. Will you spend a little of your Sunday with me reading my story? Link in my bio. 📸: @rebekahbyrnephotography

Do you follow my blog? It's my tribute to everything Mother taught me growing up, but with my twist as a modern woman. She shared as much as she could with me during her life - including her love of nature and gardening. As I'm writing my first book, mini-memoirs evolve recalling Mother's pearls of wisdom. Today's post recalls visits to the Fort Worth Botanic Garden. Will you spend a little of your Sunday with me reading my story? Link in my bio. 📸: @rebekahbyrnephotography...

Thinking of a happy evening at my favorite place - The Trellis House. Deviled eggs and 🥂 bubbly. Behind the scenes are my best guy pals Glen and Laurence curating an epic experience for their guests. Meet me there in October. #thetrellishouse #blueandwhitehome

Thinking of a happy evening at my favorite place - The Trellis House. Deviled eggs and 🥂 bubbly. Behind the scenes are my best guy pals Glen and Laurence curating an epic experience for their guests. Meet me there in October. #thetrellishouse #blueandwhitehome...